City of Goodyear, AZ is hiring: Recreation Programmer - Sports in Goodyear

Salary: $24.03 - $35.68 Hourly
Location : Goodyear, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: FY2600579
Division: Parks & Recreation
Department: Parks & Recreation
Opening Date: 10/03/2025
Closing Date: 10/19/2025 5:00 PM Arizona
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Description Summary
Assist in the coordination, promotion, implementation, and evaluation of recreational activities in specialty program areas such as special events, active adult programs, special interest classes, youth and adult sports, facility rentals, youth and teen programs, and aquatics. Assist with managing the pool, including supervision of the facility and patrons (seasonally). Assist with data input and management related to facility rentals at the community center, ramada reservations, and field allocations for various user groups in the community. Oversee part-time and seasonal staff and monitor recreation facilities.

The ideal candidate for the Recreation Programmer - Youth and Adult Sports position will be a strategic, motivated, high-performing individual. The successful candidate will also possess at least 2 years of experience in the recreation field and assist in coordinating a variety of programs, such as youth and adult sports. Proficiency in recreation software utilization is also desired, along with excellent overall leadership, communication, and customer service skills. The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with high service delivery expectations will set you apart from the rest.

At the City of Goodyear, you will be a part of an organization that values its employees as its greatest asset. You will become part of a dedicated team of professionals who will be challenged to learn and grow in an environment that values employee development and career growth. You will thrive in a culture of innovation. We believe that successful employees are those who possess six core values:
Integrity - Initiative - Empathy - Optimism - Innovation - Adaptability

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Only a limited number of the most highly qualified applicants meeting the City's requirements will be invited for an interview. The examination process for this position will include a panel Interview and may include a written assessment.

All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email- please monitor your junk/spam email for communication, as messages will come from a system-generated source.
Essential Functions
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following functions do not identify all duties performed by the incumbent. Other duties and responsibilities will be performed as assigned.

• Researches new programs, create flyers, contact vendors, and order and pick up supplies.
• Assists in recruiting, overseeing and training the part-time and seasonal recreation staff; directs various staff members by conducting meetings, assigns and monitors work; and assists staff with duties when necessary.
• Assists in managing aquatic and recreation programs; performs administrative duties, facilitates and attends meetings as required and facilitates meetings.
• Supervises the purchase, distribution, care, use and maintenance of supplies and equipment for assigned programs.
• Assists in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating a variety of recreation activities and specialized events. Attends meetings as assigned.
• Ensures safety of participants and facility users and ensures program and/or facility compliance with city, county, state and national laws, regulations and standards.
• Provides excellent customer service through daily interactions with the public related to program areas of oversight.
• Maintains effective relationships with associates, participants, community groups, administration and the general public.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Formal Education/Knowledge: Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature that may be obtained with six-months/one year of advanced study or training past the high school equivalency. Community college, vocational, business, and technical or correspondence schools are likely sources. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training
• Experience: Minimum 6 months experience in a related field.
• Certifications and Other Requirements: Valid Driver's License, CPR and First-Aid certifications within 6 months
• Reading: Work requires the ability to read staff reports, memorandums, letters, and general correspondence.
• Math: Work requires the ability to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Writing: Work requires the ability to write reports, letters, registration forms and flyers, and accident and incident forms.
• Managerial: Semi-Complex - Work requires the occasional direction of helpers, assistants, seasonal employees, interns, or temporary employees.
• Policy/Decision Making: Significant - The employee normally performs the duty assignment after receiving general instructions as to methods, procedures, and desired end results. There is some opportunity for discretion when making selections among a few, easily identifiable choices. Work involving discretion is typically reviewed before finalized
• Technical Skills: Broad Application - Work requires the use of standard technical skills appropriate to the work environment of the organization. Limited analysis and independent thinking is utilized.
• Interpersonal/Human Relations Skills: Moderate - Interactions may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Contacts may also involve stressful, negative interactions requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions.

The City of Goodyear offers a highly competitive benefits package including:

• Vacation Leave: 14 days per year, increasing with longevity. Goodyear offers an enhanced vacation benefit of recognizing total years of service under all Arizona public retirement systems for accruing vacation.
• Sick Leave: 12 days per year
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday the first full pay period of January
• Flexible Holiday: 24 hours per calendar year (prorated based on hire date)
• Health Insurance: Three health plans available to select from at a group rate
• Dental Insurance: Two dental plans available to select from at a group rate
• Vision Insurance: Available at a group rate
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health Care and Dependent Care accounts available
• Short Term Disability Insurance: City-paid coverage
• Cancer Benefit: City-paid coverage
• Life Insurance: City-paid insurance valued at twice the annual salary ($400,000 maximum); additional life insurance for self and/or dependent is available at employee's cost
• Longevity pay beginning at year six
• Tuition Assistance: $5,250 per calendar year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite wellness center/clinic
• Access to the Goodyear Recreation Center
• Robust employee well-being program
• Free identify theft monitoring and protection with Aura
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: 2% city match (employee contributes 1%)
• Retirement Health Savings: $22.50 city contribution (employee contributes $12.50 per pay period)
• Retirement: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined Benefit plan with mandatory city and employee contributions currently at 12.00%. Plan includes Long Term Disability Benefit.

01

Please indicate your highest level of education:

• No High School Diploma or GED
• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College (6 months post-secondary) or higher

02

How many years of experience do you possess in recreation or a related field?

• No experience
• Under 6 months
• 6 months
• 1 year or more

03

Do you possess a valid Driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you currently possess a CPR license?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess at least one year of experience utilizing recreation-based registration software?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess at least two years of experience in the recreation field assiting in the coordination of youth and adult sports?

• Yes
• No

07

Briefly describe your experience in the recreation field, assisting in the coordination of youth and adult sports.
08

Do you have experience leading a team of part time staff and/or volunteers?

• Yes
• No

09

Briefly describe your experience leadeing a team of part-time staff and/or volunteers.
Required Question